MBCARE, a mindfulness- and self-compassion-based intervention to decrease burnout and promote self-compassion in health care providers.
BMC psychology May 19, 2025 Laurent Charvin, Alexis Akinyemi, Jean-Yves Mariette et al. 5 citations
A combined mindfulness and self-compassion program for health care professionals was associated with reduced burnout. Among 12 nurses and doctors who completed the four-week MBCARE training, emotional exhaustion scores decreased and personal accomplishment scores increased. In a smaller group of 7 participants, positive affect increased after training while negative affect remained stable. Patient-perceived centeredness of care showed no significant changes. Time and availability constraints limited participation, but the program was feasible. Contextualizing training to professional settings may help health care professionals apply new skills, potentially improving emotional regulation and self-compassion.